17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area
Strong schools draw families here
3 homes for sale·Median $399K·Walkability 0.7/10·Schools 6.6/10
You'd expect this rural stretch to feel disconnected, but the neighborhood sits right where Big Rapids' outer edges meet working land—close enough to grab groceries on foot, far enough out to breathe. Wooded valleys, level yards stretching into the distance, and direct access to Clay Cliffs Nature Area frame the landscape. Recent builds showcase custom tile, floor-to-ceiling windows, and thoughtful renovations, while older ranch homes anchor quiet streets with mature trees and enough acreage for gardens, greenhouses, or four-wheeling. The Muskegon River runs through some properties, and Horseshoe Lake lies less than two miles away.
Why people love it here
Riverview Elementary School
- Elementary — 2.4 mi away
- Big Rapids
- 5 rated schools in district
$399K median
- 9 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,705/mo
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9 homes sold in 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 10/10
School District: Big Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Red Fox Market
Hungry Howie's
Mitchell Creek Park
+1 more
Brutus Dog Park
Walgreens
Big Rapids Library
AMC CLASSIC Big Rapids 4
Crime in 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Mecosta County.
Mecosta County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area home (around $398,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $71k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,651 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,651/mo | $70,681 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,052/mo | $81,376 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,186/mo | $84,952 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
7 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$25K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$31K
Per listing
Who actually lends in 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Solar potential
~$909/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,359 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Clay Cliffs Nature Area
1.2 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(4)
💪 Gyms(1)
Ferris State University - Racquet & Fitness Center
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Brutus Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(4)
Big Rapids River Walk
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(2)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Walgreens
Pharmacy
🏥 Hospitals(1)
📚 Libraries(2)
⚡ EV Charging(2)
EV Charging
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EV Charging
Frequently asked about 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area
- What do homes cost in 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area?
- The median home value in 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area is about $398,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area right now, and 9 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area?
- 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area is served by Big Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Riverview Elementary School (10/10).
- Is 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area walkable?
- 17 Mile Rd & Madison Rd Area scores 0.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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